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We are often asked at deposition whether the defendant physician is being offered as “an expert or a fact witness.” The distinction is important and can affect discovery, litigation, and even the outcome of the case. How do you know … Read more
Post-trial motions can be costly for Defendant Health Care Providers in Medicare cases. Here’s an example: A Circuit Court medical malpractice case involving a Medicare patient goes to trial with a small verdict for the Plaintiffs. While not happy about … Read more
Wishing you a Happy Holiday from your friends at Waranch & Brown! In sincere appreciation for all you do, we are pleased to share a copy of our annual holiday eBook: Waranch & Brown’s “Top 5 Think Pieces of the … Read more
Physicians and hospitals in Maryland depend on “cap” limits to control costs in medical malpractice cases. But they should be aware — plaintiffs are finding creative ways to add a second cap, particularly in birth cases. And it could get … Read more
When a physician is charged with unprofessional conduct by the Board of Physicians (BOP) and put on probation, everyone suffers, including the employer. From hard costs like hiring a lawyer, to soft costs like potential low morale and bad PR, … Read more
If you’ve been reading our Think Pieces for a while, you know we believe in sharing successful legal strategies from all areas of our practice. Today’s Think Piece highlights the strategy of searching for alternative causes in lead paint defense. … Read more